Today, representatives from the Lupus Foundation of America national office and the LFA Medical-Scientific Advisory Council (MSAC) are participating in a workshop hosted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to discuss potential biomarkers for lupus.…Read More

The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) 2010 Annual Report is now available to view or download at www.lupus.org/annualreport! We recognize and value you as our partners in advancing the LFA’s mission. We invite you to read the LFA Annual Report to learn more…Read More

Successfully managing lupus starts with awareness. However, awareness by itself isn’t the complete solution. You will want to plan and act in ways that limit or avoid the burdens, discomforts, and difficulties that lupus can cause, so the illness doesn't stop…Read More

From our latest research e-newsletter: Depression occurs commonly in people w/ lupus, as does heart disease. However, it is unknown whether one may trigger or contribute to the development of the other. Increased understanding of factors that may contribute…Read More

Though lupus affects mostly women, lupus can and does occur in males of any age. This month, we are pleased to feature Robert Lahita, MD, PhD, FACP, FACR, FRCP, a renowned lupus clinician, investigator and author, who will answer questions related to “Men and…Read More

For July, the LFA invited you to join us for the 15 questions topic "Nervous System Issues" with Dr. Michael Luggen. This was your opportunity to ask questions and learn from an expert. Read his answers now.…Read More

Musician and philanthropist Julian Lennon has been named Global Ambassador by the Lupus Foundation of America’s (LFA) National Board of Directors. The role of the Global Ambassador is to elevate lupus on the world’s health agenda, and increase awareness of…Read More

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